Food safety and quality
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Flavouring |
3,5-Dimethyl-1,2,4-trithiolane |
Synonym(s) |
3,5-Dimethyl-1,2,4-trithiacyclopentane;2,5-Dimethyl-1,3,4-trithiolane |
Latest JECFA evaluation |
2000 (Session 55) |
Status of specification |
Full |
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Chemical name |
3,5-Dimethyl-1,2,4-trithiolane |
JECFA number |
573 |
CAS number |
23654-92-4 |
FEMA number |
3541 |
COE number |
11883 |
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Molecular weight |
152.29 |
Chemical formula |
C4H8S3 |
Physical form/odour |
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Solubility |
insoluble in water; soluble in fat |
Solubility in ethanol |
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Boiling point (°C) |
43-45° (0.7 mm Hg) |
Assay min % |
98% |
Acid value max |
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Refractive index |
1.593-1.603 |
Specific gravity |
1.241-1.261 |
Other requirements |
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